Cement sets under water because of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Cement sets under water because of:
A. Evaporation
B. Polymerization
C. Oxidation
D. Hydration and hydrolysis of calcium silicates
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Cement sets by hydration reactions forming C-S-H gel and Ca(OH)₂, even underwater. It's a chemical process, not drying. Gypsum controls the setting rate.

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